Reviews

The Glass Scientists Volume One by S.H. Cotugno

cailean_renard's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

mesreader2013's review

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

cavtasticreader's review

adventurous dark funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This was a fun walk into the mad scientist world. With Dr. Jekyll is in charge of a house full of other science fiction characters preparing a presentation to show London Society that they are valid and should be listened too. With all Dr. Jekyll stories Mr. Hyde doesn’t lurk too far in the shadows and helps to cause some mischief for all parties involved.

faeriviera's review

adventurous dark funny hopeful lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

raynestorm's review

adventurous emotional funny fast-paced

4.75

whitneymouse's review against another edition

4.0

**Thank you to Penguin Teen and NetGalley for the eARC. This in no way changed my rating**

I really liked The Glass Scientists. I didn't know it was an ongoing online series, but I'm glad that I know now. The series largely follows Henry Jekyll as he tries to make a haven for mad scientists solvent. Standing in his way are, of course, Hyde, as well as a hilarious interpretation of Dr. Frankenstein, who is vehemently opposed to Jekyll's "sanitized and respectable" version of mad science. The way Cotugno is able to mix Science Fiction stories, as well as work in fun little easter eggs for those who love the series is so engaging. I also really enjoyed the artwork. I could easily see this being adapted into a Children's TV series.

I really enjoyed this one and would definitely continue reading this series. Cotugno did a great job mixing so many stories together to make a wholly new adventure.

jennifermreads's review against another edition

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I love when I check a book out from the library and then sit on it for so long that I forget why I checked it out—and then I’m pleasantly surprised and awed by the story within its covers! I imagine the entire reason I picked this up in the first place is because of the retelling aspect of Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The retelling was enjoyable and, since this is aimed at/marketed to a middle grade audience, the reveal of the connection between Jekyll & Hyde will be most exciting for those new-to-the-story readers. For me? I was most thrilled when Frankenstein and their monster joined the cast of scientists! And the Frankenstein-twist made me completely giddy! 

When I visited the Glass Scientists website, I discovered that pages from the next volume are released on most Mondays. But I am going to wait for the complete volume—experiencing it piecemeal would probably kill me with the anticipation! 

cheese_11's review against another edition

emotional funny mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Read the entire thing in one night.

sage315_no's review

adventurous dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is THE BEST BOKK I’ve read EVER.

the characters are gay and there’s so much fun I got outta this book. You can get it for free at the glassscientists.com . They have chapters 1-8, the printed and published book, along with chapters and pages from the book coming out in September.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcohol and Mental illness

Minor: Alcohol and Suicidal thoughts

bananachip868's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75